Engineering
Mechanical Construction Manager
Salary negotiable
Mechanical Construction Manager required for Tier-1 data centre contractor in Amsterdam. Lead HVAC and mechanical installations on a major mission-critical facility, with direct responsibility for programme delivery, commercial management, and subcontractor coordination.
Key Highlights
- Lead full mechanical construction lifecycle on a major Amsterdam data centre project
- Own commercial validation, procurement, and change management for your workstream
- Direct 2-week look-ahead planning and labour resource management with site leadership
- Build specialist data centre expertise with a market-leading EPC contractor
Mechanical Construction Manager — Role Overview
This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of a complex data centre build. You will own the mechanical construction stream from procurement through to handover, managing all technical, commercial, and safety deliverables while driving a multi-trade workforce to programme.
Mechanical Construction Manager — Responsibilities
• Manage all HVAC and mechanical construction deliverables from handover through to final account, ensuring compliance with project specifications, programme, and safety criteria
• Prepare method statements, risk assessments, and all technical documentation for construction activities
• Sequence pipework installation with the project team to achieve scheduled dates
• Validate project commercially at handover from estimating, then lead full technical procurement of equipment, specialist subcontractors, and suppliers
• Document and cost changes to work scope; prepare monthly valuations and manage final account negotiations
• Drive the 2-week look-ahead schedule in conjunction with project leadership
• Manage labour requirements and resource levels to maintain programme compliance
• Ensure high-quality workmanship and direct management of subcontractor activities
• Notify all variations and delays promptly to project management
• Coordinate delivery, inspection, and secure storage of all plant and materials to agreed specifications
• Enforce health & safety standards across all subcontractor activities; review and improve safe working methods
• Maintain exemplary site housekeeping standards
• Develop and implement company procedures with package managers
• Handle change management correctly for both cost and programme impacts
Mechanical Construction Manager — Ideal Candidate
Essential
• Relevant mechanical qualification: BEng Degree, City & Guilds Certificate, HNC/BTEC, or NVQ
• Proven experience managing mechanical construction workstreams, ideally within M&E contracting
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in procurement, valuations, and final account management
• Demonstrable capability in programme planning, labour management, and subcontractor coordination
• Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
Desirable
• Prior experience in data centre or mission-critical environments
• Familiarity with large-scale, fast-track construction projects
Rewards & Package
This Tier-1 contractor offers market-leading rates for Amsterdam-based assignments, reflecting the technical complexity and commercial accountability of this role. For international candidates, comprehensive relocation support is provided including accommodation assistance, flights, and visa sponsorship as required.
Core benefits include private healthcare, pension contribution, and structured training to advance your data centre construction expertise. Career progression is actively supported with clear pathways to senior package or project management roles.
Full package details will be discussed at interview stage, tailored to your experience and circumstances.
About the Company
A leading EPC contractor specialising in mission-critical infrastructure, with established delivery capability across major European data centre developments.
The Project
Large-scale data centre construction in Amsterdam, delivering critical mechanical and HVAC systems for a hyperscale facility.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Mechanical Construction Manager Role
What does a Mechanical Construction Manager do in data centre construction?
A Mechanical Construction Manager in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
How do I apply for this Mechanical Construction Manager position?
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What salary can I expect for this role?
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About URecruit Global
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